Health Articles

1. Why do stretch marks occur during pregnancy? Pregnancy stretch marks, or striae gravidarum, occur as a result of rapid abdominal distention, partly because of the normal hormonal changes ..

Sleep problems are a common reason that people see their doctor. Depression and anxiety are also among the biggest public health problems in the world. Depression is estimated to cost China ..

Helen ZHANG, Chair of Pharmacy, Registered Pharmacist

Does BJU (or any UFH facility) use imported vaccines or Chinese? We use both imported and Chinese produced vaccines. What is the difference between the two? No matter if it is imported or Ch..

Extensive evidence shows that breastfeeding provides both short-term and long-term health benefits for infants and their mothers. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations C..

Yanping ZHANG, Deputy Chief Physician

What is Gout? Gout is an ancient chronic disease that has been around since before medieval times and is still prevalent today. Gout is also known as metabolic arthritis, and is caused by pu..

Renhua NA, Deputy Director of the UFH Center for Clinical Research, Dermatologist

Whether it’s picnicking, golfing, swimming, gardening, or just relaxing on the grass, summer brings with it a host of fun outdoor activities. As you enjoy yourself outside, be safe and don’..

Chanell Jan Carcallas-Concepcion, RN PhD Manager, Nursing Education Department Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics There is more to a United Family Healthcare (UFH) nurse than meets t..

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Whether traveling for business or pleasure, you can be exposed to a variety of health risks in many different environments. A great number of these risks can be minimized by suitable precaut..

Liposculpture is a popular and widely used procedure that improves or restores facial and body contouring through minimally invasive surgery. The procedure usually entails removing fat depos..

Hospital operations are a complex undertaking. Equipment must be maintained, quality healthcare must be delivered, facilities must meet patients’ expectations and international standards mu..